macOS has a security feature called SKEL that blocks unauthorized kernel extensions like the one Sophos uses for on-access scanning. With the 9.6.7 installer, users will be prompted to go into System Preferences and authorize the extension. On computers enrolled in jamf | PRO, it will install correctly without extra user interaction.

Using

In the application, go to Help > Sophos Anti-Virus Help.

Note: Apple is no longer releasing security updates for OS X 10.6 and 10.7. IS&T does not recommend running computers with those operating systems on the network. We strongly encourage you to upgrade to the latest Mac OS to ensure that they are protected.

About this Version

Sophos Anti-Virus detects and cleans up viruses, Trojans, worms, and spyware, as well as adware and other potentially unwanted applications. It provides virus definitions and software updates regularly when you are connected to the Internet. You do not need to be on campus to receive these updates.